The AvaStar is a product of Bild.T-Online.de, Germany's leading print-based general interest website, focussing on news and entertainment. Bild.T-Online is the online edition of the BILD newspaper, Europe's largest tabloid newspaper published by Axel Springer AG.
The real world editorial team, headed by editor-in-chief Regis Braathens, is working around the clock in Second Life to bring the latest news to the pages of the AvaStar. A further twenty imbedded reporters and contributors from Second Life will use their expertise and knowledge to uncover the best stories from the virtual world.
The editorial offices are incorporated in the AvaStar's stunning and futuristic publishing house located on AvaStar Island. The Island was designed and conceptualised by Sebastian Otaared, Pham Neutra and built by star architect Aimee Weber. The four glass covered capsules will each hold exhibitions based on the content of the newspaper.
The AvaStar team
CEO & Publisher
Lorenz Philbin is the chairman of Bild.T-Online AG & Co. KG and publisher of the AvaStar.
Business Manager
Ikarus Santos is the manager of the AvaStar and handles business issues.
Editor-in-chief
Regis Braathens is responsible for the conception and the writing of the newspaper each week.
Assistant editor
Leider Stepanov
AvaStar writers & contributors
Lionila Lightfoot, Deeeep Witte, Pham Neutra, Randi Barracuda, Gaetana Faust, Tina (Petgirl) Bergman, Manta Messmer, Bilbo Winkler, Gwyneth Llewelyn, Stephane Zugzwang, Honey Bender, Carrie Sodwind, JenZza Misfit, Isabel Brocco, Petronilla Paperdoll, Babu Writer, Zelmo Boucher, India Obviate, Carrie Sodwind, Bilbo Winkler, Manta Messmer
Graphic Design
Ronsen Sungsoo, Rauol Cimino
